Flipz Posted January 4, 2012 Posted January 4, 2012 QM Note: Over the course of the holiday, I've sort of forgotten myself. I'd expected this to go a lt faster, so I didn't write it down. I believe you and Alexandre(Capt.JohnPaul) are exhausted. Keep in mind that that's not really a measure of anything, also; it's just a term I'm using to ensure that you don't attempt anything or series of things that you shouldn't be able to complete in the time you realistically have. OOC: I believe Arasmyth helped me put the stakes along the West wall. And so this isn't an OOC-only post... -==IC: Arthur==- Meanwhile, Arthur has fallen asleep again. "I tried to open a komodo dragon," he mumbles. "You guys owe me some new hands."
Capt.JohnPaul Posted January 4, 2012 Posted January 4, 2012 (edited) "I tried to open a komodo dragon," he mumbles. "You guys owe me some new hands." Whaattt??? ... Alex says as he comes back from exploring. "Sooo.... what now from the unexhausted?" EDIT: Spell check fixed the unexhuasted to exhausted without UN. And I want the UN in there..... Edited January 4, 2012 by Capt.JohnPaul
K-Nut Posted January 4, 2012 Posted January 4, 2012 Althior looks again to the sleeping Arthur, his eyes turning into a look of rage. He grabbed Arthur's shirt and yanked him up, knocking his hat off. He raises a finger,telling Arthr he has one more shot. He then dropped him, heading back to the party.
Flipz Posted January 4, 2012 Posted January 4, 2012 (edited) Arthur grabs his hat again, and whispers to Finnegan, "You think if I made him mad enough, he'd be able to take on all the Elves alone?" EDIT: OOC: tyop Edited January 4, 2012 by Flipz
Brickdoctor Posted January 4, 2012 Author Posted January 4, 2012 OOC: I believe Arasmyth helped me put the stakes along the West wall. And so this isn't an OOC-only post... QM Note:Noted, thanks.
Flipz Posted January 4, 2012 Posted January 4, 2012 Arthur walks around, poking everyone who isn't exhausted.
Brickdoctor Posted January 4, 2012 Author Posted January 4, 2012 One of the Lion's pikemen, wearing full armor and carrying his pike and shield, runs up and addresses Althior. "Sir! We've spotted elven forces on the move through the forest. These are only scouts, but we believe their first assault may begin sometime today. Sir Lawrence is readying the rest of the troops. You'd best quit fooling around and finish up your preparations."
K-Nut Posted January 4, 2012 Posted January 4, 2012 "Alright, is there a list of preparations we've made so far and where? Meanwhile I say we finish this catapult and get ready!" OOC: Nobody can take me seriously with this avatar, can they?
Brickdoctor Posted January 4, 2012 Author Posted January 4, 2012 "Alright, is there a list of preparations we've made so far and where? You recall that you have rigged two Fire Bombs in the forest and placed wooden stakes along the West Wall and in front of the Gatehouse. You also have a makeshift catapult that waits only for a method of propulsion for its arm.QM Note: I believe that's correct. Did we ever finalize the pit thing or destroying the bridge?
Capt.JohnPaul Posted January 4, 2012 Posted January 4, 2012 (edited) Alex overhears the soldier's report. "We have the Storage Lean-to and West wall covered with stakes, I believe, so I shall position myself in the West wall, since they are in the forest." Alex puts on his morion, and buckles the plate armor straps and grieves. He loads his crossbow, ready to move into the wall if the elves come within cross-bow range. EDIT Brickdoctor- didn't see your post, I was posting at the same time. I believe the pit thing was indeed completed. Edited January 4, 2012 by Capt.JohnPaul
Flipz Posted January 5, 2012 Posted January 5, 2012 You recall that you have rigged two Fire Bombs in the forest and placed wooden stakes along the West Wall and in front of the Gatehouse. You also have a makeshift catapult that waits only for a method of propulsion for its arm. QM Note: I believe that's correct. Did we ever finalize the pit thing or destroying the bridge? OOC: We dug the pit using Althior's Garnet, but we never lined the bottom with spikes like I wanted. We also didn't destroy the bridge, but I really want us to. -==IC: Arthur==- "OK, listen up. Isabella, grab a torch and burn that bridge, it'll limit the enemy's direction of approach. Spag, you take some spikes and line the bottom of that pit, then cover it up with leaves or branches or something. Althior, you go get a bucket of rainwater, bring it up here, and tie it to the catapult arm as a counterweight. I don't think it would be too hard to grab another barrel to set the weight on. Finnegan, if Althior's too busy reenacting Spider-Man 3 being emo, you can do his job. Please take these actions, guys." OOC: No offense, guys...but yeah, I'm hoping to offend you into taking bold action. So, I guess you should take offense if it'll get something done.
K-Nut Posted January 5, 2012 Posted January 5, 2012 "OK, listen up. Isabella, grab a torch and burn that bridge, it'll limit the enemy's direction of approach. Spag, you take some spikes and line the bottom of that pit, then cover it up with leaves or branches or something. Althior, you go get a bucket of rainwater, bring it up here, and tie it to the catapult arm as a counterweight. I don't think it would be too hard to grab another barrel to set the weight on. Finnegan, if Althior's too busy reenacting Spider-Man 3 being emo, you can do his job. Please take these actions, guys." Althior crosses his arms and rolls his eyes. "Ahem, since when were you the one who gave out orders? I may be a bit dark right now, but I still give orders here!" He thought over the ideas, "Alright, William, you go burn the bridge. Spag and Isabella, go cover the hole and line the bottom with spikes, since we probably need two people to do that. Xander and I will finish the catapult, after we go get some rocks to be the counterweight. You three who are too tired to do anything else, keep a lookout. We're not getting any younger here, so let's move!"
Kenghis Ghan Posted January 5, 2012 Posted January 5, 2012 "Alright, I'm going... Haha, we'll be having elf kebabs tonight!"
Dharkan Posted January 5, 2012 Posted January 5, 2012 "Alright, I'm going... Haha, we'll be having elf kebabs tonight!" "Indeed! Let's go Spag! I'm not sure about elf kebabs though."
Brickdoctor Posted January 5, 2012 Author Posted January 5, 2012 William, you take a torch and burn down the bridge. Any elves approaching from the south or east will now have to risk swimming across, a process which will take at least three Rounds during which they can be shot at. Spag and Isabella, you camouflage the pit in front of the South-East Wall after lining the bottom with sharpened stakes. Xander and Althior, you bring some rocks to the top of the North Tower, but you need a container that can hold the rocks and be attached to the arm of the catapult.
Flipz Posted January 5, 2012 Posted January 5, 2012 "Perhaps you need a barrel, guys? We have some at the...stables I think it was. Or the lean-to."
Dharkan Posted January 5, 2012 Posted January 5, 2012 "Hiding, it is one hell of a thing that I do good." Isabella whispered to Spag.
posades Posted January 5, 2012 Posted January 5, 2012 William, you take a torch and burn down the bridge. Any elves approaching from the south or east will now have to risk swimming across, a process which will take at least three Rounds during which they can be shot at. Spag and Isabella, you camouflage the pit in front of the South-East Wall after lining the bottom with sharpened stakes. Xander and Althior, you bring some rocks to the top of the North Tower, but you need a container that can hold the rocks and be attached to the arm of the catapult. "We can use the other half of the barrel that we attached to hold the ammunition of the catapult if it's possible."
Flipz Posted January 5, 2012 Posted January 5, 2012 "We can use the other half of the barrel that we attached to hold the ammunition of the catapult if it's possible." "Take bold action, my friend. The Elves will overrun is if we don't!"
K-Nut Posted January 5, 2012 Posted January 5, 2012 "Alright, William and Xander will stay here to finish any other parts of the catapult we may need to finish (if any) and I'll run to get the barrel from the stables in case we need it. Xander you provide any orders as you see fit. And Arthur, don't try to take my job again..." With that Althior ran down to the stables to fetch the barrel.
Kenghis Ghan Posted January 5, 2012 Posted January 5, 2012 (edited) "Hiding, it is one hell of a thing that I do good." Isabella whispered to Spag. "Not me! I mean, what's the good of hiding when you can go 'n' bash faces? More fun, less complicated." Edited January 5, 2012 by Kenghis Ghan
Dharkan Posted January 5, 2012 Posted January 5, 2012 "Not me! I mean, what's the good of hiding when you can go 'n' bash faces? More fun, less complicated." "Oh well, that is also fun indeed. Don't worry friend, we'll have it soon enough."
Capt.JohnPaul Posted January 5, 2012 Posted January 5, 2012 I was originally thinking of going in the West wall, but does anyone else think I should go somewhere else?
Brickdoctor Posted January 6, 2012 Author Posted January 6, 2012 QM Note: I'll have a picture of the catapult up tomorrow. I had to wait to see how you were going to build the counterweight, and now it's too dark to take a good picture here. With preparations for the first attack in place, you run to your positions. The sun has begun to set, and some men have lit torches around the fort. You are met near the West Wall by Sir Lawrence and three of his men. "It's nearly dark, and it's obvious to me that this first attack is going to take place during the night. With the elves coming out of the forest under cover of darkness, we won't be able to see them until they're right on top of us. My men stand ready to assist you." QM Note: Lion units don't act like normal heroes or enemies. Instead, the Party Leader orders them to defend a certain position. If their position is attacked, they will hold off the enemy for as many Rounds as their Level is higher than the enemy's highest Level. (e.g., Level 8 Lion Knights can hold off a group of Level 2 and Level 3 enemies for up to five Rounds) When that amount of time is over or if the Lions are immediately assaulted by enemies with a higher level than the Lion units, the Lions can either retreat and be removed from the battle or continue to defend at the cost of one unit per Round. Lion units can be ordered to move to a different spot at the same speed as heroes. I hope that isn't too complicated. I'm trying to avoid adding more party members controlled by more dice. Lion Units at your command: Lion Knight x4 Level: 8 Special Ability: Lion Knights can mount horses. When mounted, their base Level is doubled against all enemies that do not wield spears, but halved against those that do. Lion Pikeman x8 Level: 5 Special Ability: Lion Pikemen receive a bonus when massed. Their base Level is doubled when eight or more are defending the same position. Lion Crossbowman x5 Level: 2 Special Ability: Lion Crossbowmen are ranged units. They can fire upon enemies from within and on top of walls and towers. The Lion Crossbowmen can hold off an enemy for as long as they do not have to engage in melee battle, only then are they subject to the same rules concerning Level and time as the other Lion units. Lion Crossbowmen cannot hold off siege weapons. Lion Scout x3 Level: 3 Special Ability: Lion Scouts can mount horses. When mounted, their base Level is halved agains all enemies that wield spears, but they can move from one position to another twice as fast as heroes and other Lion Units. Scouts are too weak in melee battle to hold off siege weapons. "Where do you want us, sirs?"
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